Romans 5:16
Romans 5:16
And not as it was by one that sinned, so is the gift: for the judgment was by one to condemnation, but the free gift is of many offences unto justification.
Our Lord brings us grace and peace, in abundance, through faith in Him. The sacrifice of Jesus on the cross made a way for us to be reconciled to God, even though we were once His enemies. He took upon himself the punishment we deserved and made it possible for us to have a right relationship with Him and to inherit eternal life. He did all this out of His love for us. Through the supreme act of righteousness by the Lord Jesus Christ, the consequence of sin from the entire human race was reconciled. All those who put their faith in Him are declared righteous and receive the gift of eternal salvation. The gift of justification by faith in Christ is immense, but the benefits extend far beyond that. Our faith in Him is credited as righteousness, granting us access to God's grace, despite our inherent sin and previous state of divine wrath. And through the power of His indwelling Spirit, we are able to find joy in our trials and tribulations, as they bring about endurance and perseverance. He has delivered us from the condemnation of sin and reconciled us eternally with God, leading us to rejoice throughout all time and into the eternal ages to come.
Ephesians 1:6
To the praise of the glory of his grace, wherein he hath made us accepted in the beloved.
1 Timothy 1:14
And the grace of our Lord was exceeding abundant with faith and love which is in Christ Jesus.
2 Corinthians 4:15
For all things are for your sakes, that the abundant grace might through the thanksgiving of many redound to the glory of God.
2 Peter 3:18
But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and for ever. Amen.